Tiny troublemakers: the sneaky cells that could become cancer
We all have cells in our bodies. Most of them are good guys, doing their jobs to keep us healthy. But sometimes, bad guys...
Tirzepatide: A speedy solution for Type 2 Diabetes control
Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) is a long-lasting disease where your body either doesn't make enough insulin or doesn't use it well.
Insulin is an essential...
Scientists find a new cause of common kidney disease
A recent study led by researchers at Columbia University has suggested that the cause of common kidney disease, Immunoglobulin A (IgA) nephropathy, likely lies...
Scientists discover the link between sleep apnea and dementia risk
A team of researchers at The University of Queensland has found a connection between obstructive sleep apnea and an increased risk of developing dementia.
The...
From shock to awe: a zap in the gut could be the new insulin...
A recent study presented at Digestive Disease Week (DDW) 2023 explores a new treatment, called "Re-cellularization via Electroporation Therapy" (ReCET), which could potentially help...
Deep sleep shortage and sleep apnea: tied to stroke and Alzheimer’s risk?
Do you snore heavily and feel tired even after a full night's sleep? You might have sleep apnea, a common but serious sleep disorder.
Recent...
AI finds drugs that could fight ageing and age-related diseases
Finding new drugs – called “drug discovery” – is an expensive and time-consuming task.
But a type of artificial intelligence called machine learning can massively...
Scientists find new links between cholesterol levels and stroke risk
Cholesterol levels in our bodies can sometimes be a bit confusing. We've all heard that high cholesterol can lead to heart disease, but what...
Scientists find a key to stronger bones
Osteoporosis is a condition that weakens bones. It happens when our bodies can't make new bone as fast as it loses old bone.
This can...
Scientists challenge long-held view of early-stage Alzheimer’s disease
A recent study by the Tanz Center for Research in Neurodegenerative Diseases at the University of Toronto has challenged existing theories about the hormone...